The Brightest Star in the Sky By Marian Keyes
Viking, 2010. 468 pgs. Fiction
At the center of this book is a Dublin townhome inhabited by an eclectic set of residents. Katie, a successful PR rep, occupies the top floor and is recovering from her fortieth birthday and her growing doubts concerning her relationship with her handsome but distant boyfriend. One floor down is young cabdriver Lydia who works as much as possible, partially to avoid her two Polish roommates and partially to escape her worries about her ailing mother. Next is the apartment of Jemima, an aging Christian “do-gooder”, and her cantankerous dog Grudge. Finally, on the ground floor, are Matt and Maeve who have been married for three years and seem to have settled into a dangerously ‘safe’ routine. And now, there is a spirit presence in the building, patiently waiting for a coming change that will alter the lives of each of these individuals.
This is an excellent piece of Women’s Literature. It is filled with current issues occurring to relatable, and likeable, characters. The women represented here span ages and life situations giving readers a glimpse into a wide range of experiences and personalities. Keyes’ story flows steadily and she is able to unfold her characters and their stories in an intriguing way. Because of some harsh language and violence, I would not recommend this book to everyone. But it is an enjoyable read if you can look past these aspects of the story.
CZ
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